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3-Day Sossusvlei Safari: Discover the Soul of the Namib Desert

  • Writer: Meerkat Safaris
    Meerkat Safaris
  • Jul 16
  • 3 min read

Updated: Jul 31

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Join Meerkat Safaris on a 3-day journey through Namibia’s most iconic desert landscapes. From towering dunes to ancient clay pans, this safari is ideal for photographers, nature lovers, and first-time visitors to Namibia.


🏜️ Tour Overview


Route: Windhoek – Sossusvlei – Solitaire – Windhoek

Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights

Distance: ±800 km round trip

Group Size: 2–18 persons

Departure: Any day with 2 pax minimum guaranteed | Camping option (6 pax minimum)

Accommodation: Dead Valley Lodge or similar

Meals: Full Board



🗓️ Day-by-Day Itinerary


Day 1: Windhoek to Sossusvlei (via Solitaire)


Distance: ±350 km | Travel Time: ±6–7 hours (with stops)

You’ll be picked up between 08:00 and 08:30 from your Windhoek accommodation and travel southwest through scenic mountain passes and plains toward the iconic Namib Desert. Along the way, we stop in Rehoboth, home to the Baster community, where you'll learn about their fascinating heritage at an outdoor museum.


We continue through the Spreetshoogte or alternatively Remhoogte Passes, reaching the tiny settlement of Solitaire - our lunch break stop. From there, we cross grass savannah and red dunes to arrive at Dead Valley Lodge, nestled near the entrance to Namib-Naukluft Park.

In the late afternoon, we head out on a sundowner nature drive to Elim Dune, where you can soak in breathtaking sunset views over the Namib’s glowing sands.


Overnight: Dead Valley Lodge

Basis: Full Board

Included Activity: Sundowner Nature Drive



Day 2: Explore Sossusvlei, Deadvlei & Sesriem Canyon


Today begins early with a pre-dawn departure for Sossusvlei. We’ll pass through the Sesriem gate and continue into the heart of the world’s oldest desert.


We visit Dune 45, famous for its elegant shape and photo appeal; Deadvlei, an ancient clay pan with eerie 900-year-old trees; and for the adventurous, a hike up Big Daddy - Sossusvlei’s highest dune at 325 meters.


After a midday break and lunch at the lodge, we explore Sesriem Canyon, a deep, narrow gorge carved by water over centuries - perfect for a short walk and more stunning desert views.


Overnight: Dead Valley Lodge

Basis: Full Board

Included Activities:

  • Dune 45

  • Deadvlei

  • Big Daddy (optional hike)

  • Sesriem Canyon



Day 3: Sossusvlei to Windhoek


Distance: ±450 km | Travel Time: ±6 - 7 hours

After breakfast, we depart back to Windhoek.


Arrive in Windhoek by late afternoon, with drop-off at your accommodation.


Tour Ends


Basis: Half Board (Breakfast & Lunch)


✅ What’s Included


  • Pickup & drop-off in Windhoek

  • Accommodation as listed (or similar)

  • All meals as per itinerary

  • Park entry fees

  • Professional English-speaking guide

  • All listed activities

  • Standard safari information pack



❌ What’s Excluded


  • Optional extras (e.g. hot air ballooning)

  • Flights & visas

  • Bottled water, soft drinks & alcohol

  • Travel insurance

  • Guide tips & personal items



🧳 Travel Tips & Practical Info


  • Clothing: Pack layered clothing—cool breathable fabrics for daytime, and warm layers for cold desert nights.

  • Temperature Ranges: Summer (Dec–Mar) up to 45°C; Winter (Jun–Sep) can drop to -5°C.

  • Rainy Season: December to April

  • Water Safety: Tap water is safe in most areas, but bottled water is available if needed.

  • Currency: Namibian Dollar (NAD), 1:1 with South African Rand (ZAR)

  • Electricity: 220V with round 3-pin plugs (SA type)

  • Health: Namibia is a low-risk malaria area. Consult a travel clinic before departure.

  • Tipping: 10% at restaurants is standard. Guide tips are at your discretion and separate from assistant tips.



Optional Add-ons (book in advance):


  • Hot Air Balloon Safari with Champagne Breakfast

  • Private Guided Photography Tour

  • Scenic Light Aircraft Flights



📩 Ready for the Desert Adventure of a Lifetime?


Capture the heart of Namibia’s desert beauty on this short but unforgettable safari through the world’s most photographed dunes. Whether you're chasing sunrise photos, enchanted by vast desert silence, or fascinated by ancient geology—Sossusvlei will steal your heart.


📧 info@meerkatsafaris.com | ☎️ +264 81 329 5790 / +264 85 662 6014




 
 
 

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